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Easy Smoky BBQ Glazed Chicken Bake 30 Min Family Dinner

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
A quick and flavorful chicken bake with smoky BBQ glaze, perfect for a family dinner in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

Meat

  • 2 lb chicken pieces (thighs and breasts)
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp onion powder
  • 2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp liquid smoke
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp water

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat chicken dry and season with spice mixture. Sear in olive oil until golden, then transfer to oven-safe dish.
  • Mix BBQ sauce, honey, brown sugar, Dijon, vinegar, and liquid smoke to make the glaze. Pour over chicken and add broth around it.
  • Bake uncovered for 18-22 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and sauce thickens. Rest for 3 minutes before serving.

Notes

For a thicker sauce, stir in cornstarch slurry and simmer for 2 minutes.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: BBQ, chicken, easy